KJV ORIGINAL
When I wept, and chastened my soul with fasting, that was to my reproach.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When I cried and disciplined myself by fasting, people criticized me for it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing how his sincere acts of mourning and self-discipline were met with criticism and shame from others.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and reflects the experience of righteous suffering. In ancient Israel, fasting and weeping were common expressions of grief, repentance, or seeking God's favor during times of distress. However, these sincere religious practices sometimes drew mockery from those who didn't understand or share the person's devotion to God.
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